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Name: Decisive Battles
Genre: Documentary & Biography
Released: 2004-07-30
Cast: Matthew Settle

2004
1 Season
7.7 (159)

Decisive Battles from Military History is a historical documentary series that aired in 2004, featuring Matthew Settle as the narrator. The show explored some of the most significant battles throughout history, covering various eras and locations around the world.

Each episode focuses on a particular battle, providing an in-depth analysis of the tactics, strategies, and key players involved. The show uses a combination of historical reenactments, computer-generated animations, and expert commentary to bring the battles to life and help viewers understand the context and significance of each event.

Decisive Battles covers battles from ancient times, such as the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC, where the Athenians defeated the larger Persian army, and the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC, where Hannibal and his Carthaginian army nearly annihilated the Roman army. The show also covers battles from the medieval period, such as the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where the English under King Henry V defeated a much larger French army, and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, where William the Conqueror defeated King Harold and became the first Norman King of England.

In addition to battles from ancient and medieval times, Decisive Battles also covers more recent conflicts, such as the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, where the Duke of Wellington and allied forces defeated Napoleon, and the Battle of Stalingrad in 1942-43, where the Soviet army defeated the invading German army in a decisive turning point of World War II.

Each episode provides detailed information about the weapons, technology, and tactics used during the battles, as well as the personalities and motivations of the key figures involved. The show also explores the impact of each battle on their respective time periods, and how they shaped history.

Overall, Decisive Battles from Military History is an engaging and informative show that provides a unique insight into some of the most significant battles in history. From ancient times through to the modern era, the show offers a comprehensive and exciting look at the events that have shaped our world, and is a must-watch for anyone interested in military history.

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Seasons

12. Ramses II

October 15, 2004

One of Egypt's greatest pharaohs, Ramses II, confronts the biggest menace to his reign at the Battle of Kadesh (circa 1300 BC).

11. Boudicca: Warrior Queen

October 8, 2004

Julius Caesar invaded Britain in 55 and 54 BC, gaining submission of the six eastern Celtic tribes. As the Roman Empire's farthest flung province, its merchants enjoyed a healthy trade with Roman Gaul, and for about 100 years.

10. Birth of the Roman Empire

October 1, 2004

In 197 BC, the classic military conflict between the Ancient World's two dominant military systems took place in a chain of hills called Cynoscephalae (Greek for "Dogs' Heads") in Thessaly, Greece.

8. The Gothic Invasion of Rome

September 10, 2004

The Roman Empire is crumbling. The once-mighty power has now been split in two and the barbarians are at the gates.

7. Crassus: Rich Man, Poor Man

September 3, 2004

Although he may have been the richest man in Rome, Crassus was the political poor relation in the First Triumvirate. He needed military laurels to raise him up to the level of Pompey and Caesar, and he chose to try to get them in Parthia.

6. Chalons

August 27, 2004

What made this battle so compelling? Attila the Hun. This terrifying menace of a man had his eyes set on what was left of the Roman Empire. By this time, huge chunks of the Roman Empire were operating under the autonomous control of barbarian kings.

5. Spartacus

August 20, 2004

Spartacus is one of the Ancient World's most famous figures. A Thracian soldier, Spartacus was captured by Romans and sold as a slave for training as a gladiator.

4. Marathon

August 6, 2004

The first great invasion of the Persian empire was not checked by the Spartans, but by the Athenians. In a heroic effort, the hoplites warriors of Athens were victorious in a fight against both greater numbers and the march of time.

2. Thermopylae

July 30, 2004

We return to Thermopylae in 480 BC, where 300 Spartans occupied a mountain pass and held off the colossal army sent by the Persians to avenge their defeat at Marathon.

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